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    • May 18, 2015 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 30m AVG DURATION
    • 48 EPISODES


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    Episode 77-Jon Macks

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2015 35:14


    7x Emmy-Nominated “Tonight Show with Jay Leno” writer Jon Macks joins Matt on the Season Finale of Ventriloquism Weekly! Macks, author of the new book “Monologue”, has written comedy for Leno, as well as numerous celebrities and award shows his over 22-year career. You’ll hear fantastic stories and get great advice from the man Chris Rock calls, “One of the greatest comedy writers of all time.” Buy "Monologue: What Makes America Laugh Before Bed" here: http://tinyurl.com/n48jrbz Ventriloquism Weekly will return June 22nd

    Episode 76-Steve Hewlett

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2015 32:47


    Britain’s Got Talent finalist Steve Hewlett joins Matt for an awesome conversation about ventriloquism. Steve speaks of his early passion for the art. Hewlett also discusses the awesome things opportunities and people he has encountered during a career that began when he was just 22.

    Episode 75-Joe Selph

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2015 35:39


    Incredibly talented Marionette performer and puppeteer Joe Selph joins Matt to share his journey. After working for the Muppets for several years, Selph eventually teamed up with legendary Marionette builder and performer Rene. After discussing his own interesting life, Joe shares stories from a career performing with someone so many the Maestro.

    Episode 74-Mark Daniel

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2015 47:03


    "Magical Storyteller" Mark Daniel finally sits down for a one-on-one conversation! Listeners will know Mark from his appearances to preview KAX with Steve Axtell each year. But this time he's flying solo to share his story with all of us. From how the library inspired him to get into magic to KIDabra's beginnings, Mark Daniel's story will make you say, "WOW!"

    Episode 73-Darren Carr

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2015 40:46


    Ventriloquist and “Australia’s Got Talent” Alum Darren Carr chats with Matt about his performing ventriloquism professionally Down-Under. You’ll find out what makes Darren one of the busiest entertainers in Australia and why exactly the “Got Talent” franchise pursued him to participate!

    Episode 72-Niels Duinker

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2015 29:28


    World-renowned juggler Niels Duinker joins Matt for an incredibly interesting conversation. Duinker, from the Netherlands, has accomplished much in his young life, including achieving 3 Guinness World Records. You'll hear a story of a passion from a young age that skyrocketed this entertainer to accomplish his dreams!

    Episode 71-David Strassman

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2015 36:05


    One of the most inventive minds in ventriloquism, David Strassman, joins Matt for an amazing and eye-opening conversation. Included: When Strassman started using his "puppetronics" system. You'll also find out why exactly this American performer prefers his fame to stay Down-Under.

    Episode 70-Steve Kilgore

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2015 32:07


    Nashville resident and son of legendary song writer Merle Kilgore, Steve Kilgore joins Matt in one of VW's most diverse conversations yet. From Steve's passion for figure making to growing up on the Grand Ole Opry stage, it's all here!

    Episode 69-Sylvia Fletcher

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2015 32:41


    One of the hardest-working fair performers sits down with Matt. Sylvia Fletcher performs more than 400 shows a year at fairs, festivals, and theaters across the country. She shares her creativity, spirit, and inspiring story with all of us in a can’t-miss conversation.

    Episode 68-Adam DiFilippi

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2015 25:27


    Adam DiFilippi joins Matt to discuss how his budding career in film was directly influenced by his start in ventriloquism. Or was it how his start in ventriloquism was directly influenced by film? Take a listen!

    Episode 67-Lachlan Werner

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2015 18:01


    Incredibly articulate 15 year-old Lachlan Werner rounds out these 3 weeks of interviews with the under-18 set! You'll be blown away as Werner talks with passion and depth about ventriloquism and what he wants to do with this art form.

    Episode 66-Jared McLain

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2015 14:05


    It is a short but awesome episode today as we talk with budding ventriloquist Jared McLain. Learn how 14-year old Jared got started, and where he wants to go with Ventriloquism The future our art is certainly is bright!

    Episode 65-Langston Hatch

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2015 17:23


    16 year-old ventriloquist Langston Hatch from Columbus, Ohio joins Matt to officially kick off a few weeks of youth ventriloquists on the program. Hear how Langston started performing, and how long he was practicing his vent technique before performing. His answer (and maturity) may just surprise you!

    Episode 64-Diana Rockwell

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2015 18:33


    Diana Rockwell sits down with Matt in a lively conversation about everything from her school assembly shows to her unique way of thinking about Ventriloquism as an art. To see the video referenced in this talk, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLOBje7JZjI

    Episode 63-Jeremy Lepak

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2015 19:57


    19 Year-Old Jeremy Lepak from Duluth, MN joins Matt for a lively conversation. Included is Jeremy's journey to finding a passion for performing through ventriloquism.

    Episode 62-An Evening with Willie Tyler Live at KAX 2014

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2015 46:31


    Matt Bailey hosts "An Evening with Willie Tyler" LIVE at the Kidabra-Axtell KAX Conference in Oxnard, California. This Live Interview Event highlights the Motown legend's career and provides viewers with an up close and personal look at Willie Tyler (and Lester!) Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4ic8LMXNbI

    Episode 61-The Making Of The Two and Only DVD

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2014 44:12


    On the Winter Season Finale of Ventriloquism Weekly, Tony Award-Winner Jay Johnson returns to the program with filmmaker Bryan W. Simon. They pair take Matt and listeners for a behind-the-scenes look at what went into filming Johnson's Tony-winning show. Bryan and Jay give unprecedented access to everything about this brand new movie. Today's episode is a can't-miss exclusive! The long-awaited film of "Jay Johnson: The Two and Only" will be available for purchase just in time for the holidays. Pick yours up at amazon.com starting December 16th!

    Episode 60-Matt Checks In

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2014 7:20


    Today, Matt checks in with listeners and lays out the rest of the season, plus looks ahead to what's in store for Ventriloquism Weekly in 2015. Due to technical difficulties, the interview with the 16 year-old Langston Hatch expected today has been postponed until next season.

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    Episode 59-KAX 2015 Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2014 35:29


    Steve Axtell and Mark Daniel return to the program where they announced the game-changing 2014 KAX conference. In what has become tradition, they speak with Matt about what everyone can expect from the 2015 Kidabra/Axtell joint conference for family entertainers!

    Episode 58-Phil Nichols

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2014 43:05


    Phil Nichols talks with Matt about his incredible life in Show Business. Phil has gone from ventriloquism to special effects make-up and creature building. He's seen and done it all and is ready to share his incredible story with Ventriloquism Weekly.

    Episode-57-Carla Rhodes

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2014 33:06


    As the most-requested performer for the program, Carla Rhodes joins Matt as the show's 50th guest! Carla and Matt met in-person for a conversation ranging from the creativity to the psychology of the ventriloquist. A truly inspired discussion with the "Rock n Roll Ventriloquist!!

    Episode 56-Tom Mullica

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2014 30:54


    Legendary magician and Red Skelton tribute artist Tom Mullica sits down with Matt. This is one of those rare episodes with blunt honesty that is surely not to be missed. Mr. Mullica is bound to spark conversation among fellow performers about the true state of entertainment today.

    Episode 55-Mark Merchant

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2014 36:34


    Cruise ship ventriloquist joins Matt for a conversation about the benefits to performing (clean) for adults. Merchant also provides some wonderful insights into being a working act on the high seas!

    Episode 54-Michael Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2014 21:09


    Magician/Hypnotist/Ventriloquist Michael Night shares a truly touching journey in show business with a refreshing honesty and candor. This is a can't-miss interview!

    Episode 53-The Action Bros.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2014 35:31


    Craig Sergent and Lew Newton join Matt as the first-ever performing duo on Ventriloquism Weekly! Newton, a silent mime and ventriloquist, teams up with Sergent, the magician and only “talking half” of their act. A one-of-a-kind interview about playing characters onstage, combine many arts, and what it’s like to only speak through ventriloquism in performance. You do not want to miss what The Action Bros. (Johnny Action and Max Action) have to say! Visit www.theactionbros.com for more!

    Episode 52-David Weyrick

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2014 41:47


    Pastor David Weyrick shares his journey from a kid with a dream, bullied into putting the puppet away, to an adult with a passion to pursue that dream once again. An inspiring story for all!

    Episode 51-Meghan Casey

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2014 26:09


    Meghan Casey joins Matt for a very enveloping discussion about balancing tons of Library shows with a Psychology major at Colorado State University. Plus, find out how Meghan plans to use her passion for children's entertainment, ventriloquism and psychology post-graduation. A can't-miss interview with one of Ventriloquism's most promising young minds!

    Episode 50-Scott Land

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2014 26:05


    Legendary Marionette performer and builder Scott Land joins Matt for a candid discussion on puppetry and entertainment. The advice and stories dispensed by the "Team America: World Police" puppet captain are not to be missed!

    Episode 49-Hannah Leskosky

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2014 26:46


    Vent Haven Open Mic fan-favorite Hannah Leskosky joins Matt for a wonderful conversation on creativity in ventriloquism. Leskosky brings a fresh perspective as one of the most original budding ventriloquists today.

    Episode 48-Paul Zerdin

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2014 32:25


    Superstar British funny-man Paul Zerdin joins Matt for a discussion on everything from his beginnings in Ventriloquism to what we can all do to freshen up our acts. Anyone interested in getting the world to take a positive view of ventriloquists cannot miss this conversation!

    Episode 47-Christopher Ortiz

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2014 19:38


    18 Year-Old ventriloquist Christopher Ortiz joins Matt for a discussion ranging from the Vent Haven Convention to being a college-bound ventriloquist!

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    Episode 46-John Wayne Peel

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2014 20:45


    Matt talks with Cartoonist, comedian, and ventriloquist John Wayne Peel on an insightful edition of VW!

    Episode 44-Live at Vent Haven with Jim Barber and Todd Oliver

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2014 50:46


    The Title says it all! Matt Bailey brings his unique curiosity and distinct interviewing style to the Vent Haven ConVENTion stage! Take a listen to this interview with two masters of Ventriloquism! We promise you will feel like you were there!!!

    Episode 43-Chris Donahoe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2014 22:23


    The friendships formed at Vent Haven are just as important as the lectures attended. Hospitality Committee member Chris Donahoe joins Matt once again this year to talk about all the great things you can expect while socializing at the ConVENTion!

    Episode 42-Sammy King

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2014 31:10


    Living legend Sammy King joins Matt to share the history behind his over half a century in show business. King shares insights learned over tens of thousands of performances all over the world. He even divulges the benefits to working a set act and what we all can learn from his famous 12 minutes with Francisco the Mexican Parrot. Plus, stay tuned after the interview for all you need to know about “Ventriloquism Weekly” LIVE at the Vent Haven ConVENTion!

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    Episode 41-3 Generations of Ventriloquists

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2014 39:03


    This week, Matt speaks with 3 generations of a ventriloquist family! Evelyn Adam is the matriarch of these Pennsylvania ventriloquists that include Evelyn's daughter Marian, and Marian's daughter Jenny. While Evelyn is retired, Marian and Jenny both perform part-time as hobbyists.Listen to find out what our art form means to this incredible family of performers.

    Episode 40-Nate Puppets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2014 19:16


    Cleveland, OH street ventriloquist Nate Puppets joins Matt for an eye-opening conversation about the life of a double-talking busker. Plus, Nate talks about his once-in-a-lifetime opportunity performing Baby Bear at the 2012 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! Stay tuned after the interview for some words on behalf of our friend Jay Johnson.

    Episode 39-Ken Groves

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2014 35:25


    Incredibly talented corporate ventriloquist Ken Groves joins Matt for the season premiere of Ventriloquism Weekly. Groves speaks with Matt about everything from his journey in ventriloquism to what makes great comedy writing. This interview with one of the best is not to be missed. Visit our brand new home on www.ventriloquismweekly.com for more about the premiere podcast for ventriloquists and family entertainers. Every single episode of this informative and fun show can be found on the "Podcasts" page of the website.

    Episode 38-Russ Lewis

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2014 41:32


    Russ Lewis, a living legend of ventriloquism, joins Matt on the Season finale of Ventriloquism Weekly. Mr. Lewis speaks candidly about his rags to riches upbringing. He also touches on his days performing on television shows from Mike Douglas to Ed Sullivan. Known for his character Brooklyn Birch, Russ talks about the evolution of one character throughout a decorated career. You'll find yourself hanging on to every word spoken by this master storyteller as he weaves tales for just for this community of entertainers that leave even your humble host speechless.

    Episode 37-Buster Balloon and Annie Banannie

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2014 40:08


    We mix it up this week as Matt talks to Buster Balloon and Annie Banannie-stage names of the Caldwells-about the art of entertaining with balloons! Hear this couple speak passionately about what drives them to innovate in this unique field. Plus, you'll understand how balloon twisters and ventriloquists aren't so different!

    Episode 36-Rob Condas Hosts Tom Crowl

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2014 15:18


    Former guest Rob Condas steps in for Matt this week to interview Tom Crowl. Crowl has been working on special projects with the Vent Haven museum: Archiving video conversations with other ventriloquists. Hear about that massive effort and more today on a special edition of Ventriloquism Weekly!

    Episode 35-Mark Wade: Vent Haven 2014

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2014 27:20


    Mark Wade talks with Matt about what everyone can expect from the 2014 Vent Haven ConVENTion in Hebron, Kentucky. With a little less than 3 months left until the big event and early registration ending on May 15th, now is the perfect time to register for the eVENT of the season!

    Episode 34-Marty Hahne

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2014 25:39


    Fresh off a whirlwind of media appearances, magician Marty Hahne sits down with Matt to talk about what he learned about the power of one social media post to affect change. Hahne recently made headlines by becoming the poster child (or child's entertainer) for the Government's excessive regulation on animals used in performances. Listen and hear events that changed his life and Government policy. A must for any entertainer.

    Episode 33-Andrew Ready: Ventriloquism In Australia

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2014 34:34


    Andrew Ready from Adelaide, Australia joins Matt for an eye-opening conversation about being a children's ventriloquist Down Under. The two talk about everything from the rarity of our art form in Australia to the crossover success of the country's most popular export, The Wiggles. This is a can't-miss conversation about the international reaches of our art!

    Episode 32-Lori Bruner and Trish Dunn

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2014 21:40


    It's Southern Belle edition this week as Lori Bruner and Trish Dunn join Matt in person! From Kentucky and North Carolina respectively, you'll hear how two wonderful journeys in ventriloquism linked these lovely ladies together to become "BFFs in Ventriloquism"!

    Episode 31-Chuck Lyons

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2014 22:13


    Funeral Director Chuck Lyons joins Matt for a talk about what his profession taught him about why bringing joy to children and families is so important. Chuck's insight are a must for gaining a perspective on what entertainment truly means.

    Episode 30-April Brucker

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2014 23:05


    Our first female guest, April Brucker, invited Matt into her home for a lively discussion on all thing vent. From her love of performing to April's controversial journey in this art form with appearances on "My Strange Addiction" and "Rachel Ray", getting to know the REAL April Brucker is a treat.

    Episode 29-Terry Fator: 5 Years at the Mirage

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2014 34:13


    Simon Cowell calls him one of the “most talented people on the planet.” Las Vegas headliner Terry Fator returns to Ventriloquism Weekly to talk with host Matt Bailey about everything from his creative process to what it feels like to be celebrating 5 incredible years at the Mirage Hotel and Casino. Fator is one of the nicest guys in show business and truly enjoyed getting to talk about this great art form. This is a must for all fans!

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